Best 8 Simple Arugula And Apple Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delight, where flavors converge and textures interplay, a simple arugula and apple salad emerges as a symphony of taste and nourishment. This vibrant dish, with its peppery arugula leaves, crisp apple slices, and a symphony of flavors, offers a refreshing and wholesome experience. As we embark on this culinary journey, let us delve into the secrets of crafting the perfect arugula and apple salad, exploring variations, and uncovering the nuances that make this simple dish an extraordinary culinary delight.

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SMOKY ARUGULA AND APPLE SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1 apple, such as Fuji or Pink Lady, halved and cored
5 ounces baby arugula
1/2 cup chopped smoked almonds
1/4 cup dry ricotta cheese (see Cook's Note)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the mustard and vinegar in a large bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil, whisking until the dressing is emulsified. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Using a knife or mandoline, thinly slice the apple into half-moons. Add the apples to the dressing and toss to coat. Add the arugula, smoked almonds and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss to coat. Dollop the ricotta over the top and serve immediately.

ARUGULA WITH APPLES AND WALNUTS



Arugula with Apples and Walnuts image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Whisk 3 tablespoons low-fat Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon each olive oil, lemon juice and honey, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Add 8 cups baby arugula,1 chopped apple, 1/3 cup each chopped walnuts and dried cranberries, and 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds; toss.

SIMPLE ARUGULA AND APPLE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Sandwich     Apple     Arugula     Simmer     Boil

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

One 5-ounce bag prewashed baby arugula
1 Fuji apple, cored, quartered, seeded, and thinly sliced
1/4 cup thinly sliced chives
1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinaigrette (recipe follows)
Apple Cider Vinaigrette
3/4 cup apple cider
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup olive oil
(makes 1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Combine the arugula, apple, and chives in a large mixing bowl. Dress with the vinaigrette, making sure to lightly toss the greens but thoroughly incorporate the dressing.
  • Apple Cider Vinaigrette
  • Bring the apple cider to a boil in a small pot over mediumhigh heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the liquid reduces by half, about 12 minutes.
  • Pour the cider into a small mixing bowl. Add the vinegar, mustard, and salt and whisk vigorously. While continuing to whisk, slowly drizzle the olive oil into the bowl until completely incorporated.
  • QUICK TIP
  • The Dijon mustard does more than add a vibrant note to the vinaigrette. It provides a stable base that helps the oil and vinegar emulsify, creating that smooth, creamy texture that you want in a vinaigrette. A well-emulsified vinaigrette also evenly coats the lettuce leaves for a balanced salad. Try adding a teaspoon to your basic vinegar-and-olive-oil dressing for a smoother result.

ARUGULA AND APPLE SALAD



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Provided by Chris Cockren

Number Of Ingredients 10

One 5 ounce bag of Baby Arugula
1 Honeycrisp Apple (Fuji or Pink Lady would be a good substitute), thinly sliced
1/4 cup Chives, thinly sliced
Handful of Cherry or Grape Tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinaigrette
3/4 cup Apple Cider
1/3 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Steps:

  • Bring the apple cider to a boil in a small pot on medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the cider simmer until the liquid reduces by half. It won't take too long. Allow to apple cider cool.
  • Place the reduced cider, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and Kosher salt in a small mixing bowl and whisk vigorously. While continuing to whisk, slowly drizzle in the olive oil.
  • When ready to serve: Dress your salad before plating. Combine the arugula, apple, chives, and tomatoes in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle in the vinaigrette, gently tossing the salad to thoroughly incorporate the dressing.
  • *I always start with a smaller amount of the dressing, incorporate it, and then taste, adding in more if necessary. You can always add more vinaigrette, but can't undo an overdressed salad.

TURKEY AND APPLE ARUGULA SALAD



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This satisfying salad proves that turkey can be enjoyed outside of the holidays. Peppery salad greens, sweet grapes and rich walnuts combine to create a flavor sensation. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
SALAD:
4 cups cubed cooked turkey
4 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large apple, chopped
1 cup green grapes, halved
3 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • For dressing, whisk together first 6 ingredients., Place turkey in a large bowl; sprinkle with seasonings and toss to combine. Stir in apple and grapes. Add arugula and mandarin oranges. Drizzle with dressing; toss lightly to combine., Sprinkle with walnuts and pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

ARUGULA, APPLE AND ROQUEFORT SALAD



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 small bunch of arugula
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Roquefort
1 medium apple

Steps:

  • Thoroughly wash the arugula, remove tough stems and dry.
  • Whisk together the oil and vinegar. Break up the Roquefort, and stir in.
  • Wash, dry, core and thinly slice the apple. Stir into the dressing.
  • Break the arugula into bite-size pieces, and stir into the dressing.

EASY ARUGULA SALAD



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So easy even I could make it, and I am a beginning cook! It looks very presentable for guests and takes only minutes

Provided by KELLID26

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Arugula Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups young arugula leaves, rinsed and dried
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil or olive oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large avocado - peeled, pitted and sliced

Steps:

  • In a large plastic bowl with a lid, combine arugula, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, oil, vinegar, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover, and shake to mix.
  • Divide salad onto plates, and top with slices of avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 381.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

ARUGULA SALAD WITH MANCHEGO, APPLES, AND CARAMELIZED WALNUTS



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Fruit     Leafy Green     Nut     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Apple     Walnut     Arugula     Fall     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup walnut oil
3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
8 cups arugula
2 Red Delicious or Fuji apples, unpeeled, cored, thinly sliced
6 ounces Spanish Manchego cheese or sharp white cheddar cheese, shaved
1 1/2 cups pitted dates, sliced
1 cup Caramelized Walnuts
4 large shallots, minced

Steps:

  • Boil balsamic vinegar in small saucepan over medium-high heat until syrupy and reduced to 1/4 cup, about 4 minutes.
  • Whisk oil and Champagne vinegar in bowl. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Keep at room temperature. Rewarm balsamic syrup before using. Rewhisk vinaigrette before using.)
  • Toss arugula, apples, half of cheese, dates, walnuts, and shallots in large bowl with enough vinaigrette to coat. Season salad with salt and pepper.
  • Mound salad in center of each plate. Drizzle balsamic syrup around salads. Sprinkle remaining cheese atop salads.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-washed arugula and pre-sliced apples.
  • For a sweeter salad, use sweeter apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • For a more savory salad, use tart apples like Granny Smith or Braeburn.
  • Add some crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese for a tangy flavor.
  • Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes to enhance their flavor.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • Serve the salad immediately after dressing it to prevent the arugula from wilting.

Conclusion:

This simple arugula and apple salad is a delicious and healthy side dish or light lunch. It's packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The arugula is peppery and slightly bitter, while the apples are sweet and crisp. The walnuts add a crunchy texture and the balsamic vinegar dressing brings it all together. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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